Co-Diagnostics Advances PCR Assay Development for Bundibugyo Virus
Written by Emily J. Thompson, Senior Investment Analyst
Updated: 4 days ago
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Co-Diagnostics announced that it has advanced the PCR assay development strategy for the Bundibugyo virus, or BDBV, currently causing an outbreak of Ebola disease in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, or DRC, and Uganda, with the support of CoSara Diagnostics, the Indian joint venture between Co-Dx and Ambalal Sarabhai Enterprises Limited, or ASE Group. The joint assay development strategy is expected to more rapidly address the needs of the international community if the current outbreak expands globally, or if localized governmental or non-governmental support is needed in the areas of DRC and Uganda. CoSara's regional manufacturing and operational capabilities may support rapid deployment initiatives in certain international markets, subject to applicable regulatory requirements. The proposed development program includes evaluation of both BDBV-specific and pan-Ebola assay configurations designed to detect multiple ebolavirus species. The Company is also evaluating workflow configurations intended to support point-of-care and decentralized testing environments for the Co-Dx PCR point-of-care platform.
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Co-Diagnostics, Inc. is a molecular diagnostics company, which develops, manufactures and markets diagnostics technologies. The Company’s technologies are utilized for tests that are designed using the detection and/or analysis of nucleic acid molecules (DNA or RNA). The Company also uses its proprietary technology to design specific tests for its Co-Dx PCR platform and to locate genetic markers for use in applications other than infectious disease. Its diagnostics systems enable dependable, low-cost, molecular testing for organisms and genetic diseases by automating or simplifying historically complex procedures in both the development and administration of tests. It is developing a portable diagnostic device and test system designed for point-of-care and at-home use. The system consists of its PCR instrument that it refers to as the Co-Dx PCR Pro instrument, its proprietary diagnostic test cup system and a mobile application to be installed on the user’s mobile device.
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Emily J. Thompson
Emily J. Thompson, a Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) with 12 years in investment research, graduated with honors from the Wharton School. Specializing in industrial and technology stocks, she provides in-depth analysis for Intellectia’s earnings and market brief reports.
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